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Elon Musk says, “You have to go to the moon” as he announces AI satellite factory plan with lunar mass driver

Elon Musk says, “You have to go to the moon” as he announces AI satellite factory plan with lunar mass driver

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Elon Musk (Image source: Reuters) Elon Musk, the entrepreneur behind SpaceX and the artificial intelligence company xAI, has unveiled one of his most ambitious plans yet. During an all-hands meeting with xAI staff on Tuesday, February 10, Musk announced a proposal to establish a manufacturing facility on the Moon that would build satellites equipped with…

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Google to employees: You can go for our Voluntary Exit plan, if you are not enjoying …

Google to employees: You can go for our Voluntary Exit plan, if you are not enjoying …

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Google has reportedly announced a new round of voluntary exit packages – this time for employees within its global business organisation (GBO). The latest plan signals a push for staff to fully commit to its AI-driven future. Google’s chief business officer, Philipp Schindler, told staff in an internal memo that while the company finished 2025…

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NEW DELHI: Leader of the opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday launched a sharp attack on the government during the discussion on the Union Budget 2026-27, alleging that India’s strategic autonomy is being compromised and that key decisions on energy and economic policy are increasingly influenced by global power equations.In a pointed remark targeting the Centre’s foreign and trade policy, Rahul Gandhi said, “Now US will decide who we buy oil from not our Prime Minister,” and accused the government of weakening India’s negotiating position in an unstable and rapidly changing global order. ‘Entered Speaker’s Chamber And Abused Him’: Rijiju Hits Out At Congress, Slams Rahul Gandhi Key quotes from Rahul Gandhi’s speech“When you move into a dangerous world what is the first thing you have to understand? I’d like to tell the house our strengths, the central strength is our 1.4 billion people brilliant, energetic, dynamic who can challenge anybody in the world”“Talking about AI is like talking about the internal combustion engine without talking petrol, petrol for AI is data”“Indian data is key to keep United States superpower”“Are you not of ashamed of selling India”“If Americans want to remain superpower, protect their dollar, then key to that is Indian data”“Population is a strength but only if you recognise that data is important”“If INDIA bloc was negotiating with President Trump, we would say ‘most important thing in this equation is Indian data’”“We would tell President Trump, if you want access to Indian data, you will have to talk to us as an equal”Citing the Economic Survey, Rahul Gandhi said the world is entering an era of intensifying geopolitical conflict and instability.“I was looking at the economic survey and two points I found there, solid points, profound points that I liked. First point, that we are living in a world of intensifying geopolitical conflict… The dominance of the United States is being challenged by the Chinese, by the Russians, by other forces. The second thing is that we are living in a world of energy and financial weaponisation. The main thing they are saying here is that we are moving from a world of stability to a world of instability.”He added, “Prime Minister stated, and NSA stated, shockingly, some time back, that the era of war is over. In fact, we are moving into the era of war. You can see war is there in Ukraine, war was there in Gaza, war is there in the Middle East, threat of war is there in Iran. We had operations in Sindoor. So we are moving into a world of instability. The dollar is being challenged. The central game, as my friends on the other side understand, is that dollar is being challenged, US supremacy is being challenged. We are moving from a world of one superpower to some new world that really we can’t predict…”Rahul Gandhi argued that India’s massive data pool gives it leverage in global negotiations. “People create data. We have the biggest data pool on the planet. 1.4 billion people means massive amount of data is being generated in India. Everybody talks about AI but talking AI is like talking about internal combustion engine without petrol. The petrol for AI is data…. meaning if you have AI and you don’t data, you have nothing. Which are the two biggest pools of data on the planet? The Indian pool of data and Chinese pool of data.”Using a martial arts analogy, he said, “In martial arts, the sequence is grip, choke, and tap. This grip also exists in politics. But, in politics the grip, choke, and tap remain hidden”.He further said, “Budget recognises energy and finance are being weaponised but nothing in budget that looks into this”.Calling for safeguards, Rahul Gandhi added, “We need to protect our people, data, food supply and energy system”.He also cautioned about the disruptive impact of artificial intelligence. “I would warn govt AI is going to have many consequences; companies at forefront of information technology will struggle”.The Congress leader reiterated that India is entering a period of heightened uncertainty. “We are moving from a world of stability to a world of instability”.His remarks come amid sharp exchanges between the Opposition and the treasury benches during the ongoing Budget Session.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos’Soggy Poppadums’ Vs ‘Fine Tandoori’: UK Parliament Spars Over India Trade Deal As MPs Trade Charges’Entered Speaker’s Chamber And Abused Him’: Rijiju Hits Out At Congress, Slams Rahul GandhiIndia Pushback Forces White House To Rewrite Trade Deal Factsheet Claims On Tariffs, Tax, PurchasesIndia Need Not Worry About Bangladesh-US Trade Deal: Former Envoy Veena SikriTharoor Praises Parliamentary Panel Meet On India-EU, India-US Trade DealsCongress Moves No-Trust Motion Against Om Birla; Lamborghini CCTV Contradicts Tobacco Tycoon’s Claim‘Not To Get Involved In Political Game’: EU Launches Mission For Bangladesh 2026 PollsNo-Confidence Against Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla Explained: Process, Rules And Numbers In ParliamentDays Before Bangladesh Elections, Another Hindu Businessman Killed, Fears Rise Over Minority SafetyOpposition targets LS Speaker with no-confidence motion — rules, process & numbers – Explained123PhotostoriesHard water effects on skin: Signs your tap water is causing facial acneInside the world’s most guarded museums: 5 priceless paintings on public displayFeeling lost in life? 5 powerful ways to discover your true soul purposePresident Droupadi Murmu treated the Seychelles President with an exotic coastal Indian menu from 5 states: Look what was served on the menuFrom Rashtrapati Bhavan to Parliament: See who all Sachin Tendulkar invited to son Arjun’s wedding’Birds of Prey,’ ‘Suicide Squad,’ ‘Babylon’: Margot Robbie movies streaming now on Indian OTT platformsHow to make Mushroom Do Pyaza for lunch at homeBaby boy names for those born on Wednesday7 buildings in Dubai that are architectural marvels4 life lessons hidden in the Hanuman Chalisa123Hot PicksMumbai Mayor SelectionGold Silver PricesParliament Budget SessionTelangana Municipal ElectionsIncome Tax CalculatorPublic holidays February 2026Bank Holidays februaryTop TrendingAndre Grey and Leigh Anne Net WorthScott NiedermayerBengaluru Techie MurderMM NaravaneKhwaja AsifBengaluru Businessman Bank Account HackedKiren RijijuHind Al OwaisBOB Assistant Admit CardKevin Durant

NEW DELHI: Leader of the opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday launched a sharp attack on the government during the discussion on the Union Budget 2026-27, alleging that India’s strategic autonomy is being compromised and that key decisions on energy and economic policy are increasingly influenced by global power equations.In a pointed remark targeting the Centre’s foreign and trade policy, Rahul Gandhi said, “Now US will decide who we buy oil from not our Prime Minister,” and accused the government of weakening India’s negotiating position in an unstable and rapidly changing global order. ‘Entered Speaker’s Chamber And Abused Him’: Rijiju Hits Out At Congress, Slams Rahul Gandhi Key quotes from Rahul Gandhi’s speech“When you move into a dangerous world what is the first thing you have to understand? I’d like to tell the house our strengths, the central strength is our 1.4 billion people brilliant, energetic, dynamic who can challenge anybody in the world”“Talking about AI is like talking about the internal combustion engine without talking petrol, petrol for AI is data”“Indian data is key to keep United States superpower”“Are you not of ashamed of selling India”“If Americans want to remain superpower, protect their dollar, then key to that is Indian data”“Population is a strength but only if you recognise that data is important”“If INDIA bloc was negotiating with President Trump, we would say ‘most important thing in this equation is Indian data’”“We would tell President Trump, if you want access to Indian data, you will have to talk to us as an equal”Citing the Economic Survey, Rahul Gandhi said the world is entering an era of intensifying geopolitical conflict and instability.“I was looking at the economic survey and two points I found there, solid points, profound points that I liked. First point, that we are living in a world of intensifying geopolitical conflict… The dominance of the United States is being challenged by the Chinese, by the Russians, by other forces. The second thing is that we are living in a world of energy and financial weaponisation. The main thing they are saying here is that we are moving from a world of stability to a world of instability.”He added, “Prime Minister stated, and NSA stated, shockingly, some time back, that the era of war is over. In fact, we are moving into the era of war. You can see war is there in Ukraine, war was there in Gaza, war is there in the Middle East, threat of war is there in Iran. We had operations in Sindoor. So we are moving into a world of instability. The dollar is being challenged. The central game, as my friends on the other side understand, is that dollar is being challenged, US supremacy is being challenged. We are moving from a world of one superpower to some new world that really we can’t predict…”Rahul Gandhi argued that India’s massive data pool gives it leverage in global negotiations. “People create data. We have the biggest data pool on the planet. 1.4 billion people means massive amount of data is being generated in India. Everybody talks about AI but talking AI is like talking about internal combustion engine without petrol. The petrol for AI is data…. meaning if you have AI and you don’t data, you have nothing. Which are the two biggest pools of data on the planet? The Indian pool of data and Chinese pool of data.”Using a martial arts analogy, he said, “In martial arts, the sequence is grip, choke, and tap. This grip also exists in politics. But, in politics the grip, choke, and tap remain hidden”.He further said, “Budget recognises energy and finance are being weaponised but nothing in budget that looks into this”.Calling for safeguards, Rahul Gandhi added, “We need to protect our people, data, food supply and energy system”.He also cautioned about the disruptive impact of artificial intelligence. “I would warn govt AI is going to have many consequences; companies at forefront of information technology will struggle”.The Congress leader reiterated that India is entering a period of heightened uncertainty. “We are moving from a world of stability to a world of instability”.His remarks come amid sharp exchanges between the Opposition and the treasury benches during the ongoing Budget Session.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos’Soggy Poppadums’ Vs ‘Fine Tandoori’: UK Parliament Spars Over India Trade Deal As MPs Trade Charges’Entered Speaker’s Chamber And Abused Him’: Rijiju Hits Out At Congress, Slams Rahul GandhiIndia Pushback Forces White House To Rewrite Trade Deal Factsheet Claims On Tariffs, Tax, PurchasesIndia Need Not Worry About Bangladesh-US Trade Deal: Former Envoy Veena SikriTharoor Praises Parliamentary Panel Meet On India-EU, India-US Trade DealsCongress Moves No-Trust Motion Against Om Birla; Lamborghini CCTV Contradicts Tobacco Tycoon’s Claim‘Not To Get Involved In Political Game’: EU Launches Mission For Bangladesh 2026 PollsNo-Confidence Against Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla Explained: Process, Rules And Numbers In ParliamentDays Before Bangladesh Elections, Another Hindu Businessman Killed, Fears Rise Over Minority SafetyOpposition targets LS Speaker with no-confidence motion — rules, process & numbers – Explained123PhotostoriesHard water effects on skin: Signs your tap water is causing facial acneInside the world’s most guarded museums: 5 priceless paintings on public displayFeeling lost in life? 5 powerful ways to discover your true soul purposePresident Droupadi Murmu treated the Seychelles President with an exotic coastal Indian menu from 5 states: Look what was served on the menuFrom Rashtrapati Bhavan to Parliament: See who all Sachin Tendulkar invited to son Arjun’s wedding’Birds of Prey,’ ‘Suicide Squad,’ ‘Babylon’: Margot Robbie movies streaming now on Indian OTT platformsHow to make Mushroom Do Pyaza for lunch at homeBaby boy names for those born on Wednesday7 buildings in Dubai that are architectural marvels4 life lessons hidden in the Hanuman Chalisa123Hot PicksMumbai Mayor SelectionGold Silver PricesParliament Budget SessionTelangana Municipal ElectionsIncome Tax CalculatorPublic holidays February 2026Bank Holidays februaryTop TrendingAndre Grey and Leigh Anne Net WorthScott NiedermayerBengaluru Techie MurderMM NaravaneKhwaja AsifBengaluru Businessman Bank Account HackedKiren RijijuHind Al OwaisBOB Assistant Admit CardKevin Durant

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NEW DELHI: Leader of the opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday launched a sharp attack on the government during the discussion on the Union Budget 2026-27, alleging that India’s strategic autonomy is being compromised and that key decisions on energy and economic policy are increasingly influenced by global power equations.In a pointed…

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Trump’s zero tariff on Bangladesh textiles: No reason for India to worry? Why exports are unlikely to rise much

Trump’s zero tariff on Bangladesh textiles: No reason for India to worry? Why exports are unlikely to rise much

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In 2024, Bangladesh’s global garment exports were $50.9 billion, which is much higher than India’s $16.3 billion. (AI image) The US-Bangladesh trade deal has the Indian textile sector exporters worried? The Donald Trump administration has reduced the tariffs on Bangladesh to 19%, but a clause of zero tariffs on textile exports may hit the Indian…

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Delhi replaces Ladli scheme with Lakhpati Bitiya Yojana, promises ₹1 lakh support for girls’ education

Delhi replaces Ladli scheme with Lakhpati Bitiya Yojana, promises ₹1 lakh support for girls’ education

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Delhi replaces Ladli scheme with Lakhpati Bitiya Yojana, promises ₹1 lakh support for girls’ education Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has announced a new financial support scheme for girls, titled Lakhpati Bitiya Yojana, which will come into effect from April 1. The programme will replace the existing Ladli Yojana, launched in 2008, and aims to…

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Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff has ‘angered’ some employees at company Town Hall by making jokes about…

Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff has ‘angered’ some employees at company Town Hall by making jokes about…

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Salesforce employees are demanding CEO Marc Benioff publicly condemn ICE following his controversial jokes about the agency at a company event. An internal open letter urges Benioff to denounce ICE’s “unconstitutional conduct” and prevent Salesforce’s technology from being used for immigration enforcement. Employees are furious, citing past instances where Benioff’s influence impacted policy. Salesforce employees…

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Who is Vikash Ramkissoon? Guyana MP whose Hindi speech in Parliament went viral

Who is Vikash Ramkissoon? Guyana MP whose Hindi speech in Parliament went viral

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Vikash Ramkissoon (Image credit: Parliament of Guyana) A debate in Guyana’s Parliament took an unexpected turn when Member of Parliament Vikash Ramkissoon responded in fluent Hindi after an opposition lawmaker questioned his knowledge of the language.The exchange began when an opposition member claimed that Ramkissoon did not understand Hindi. Seeking permission from the Speaker, he…

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NEW DELHI: Acknowledging that encroachment upon forest land is one of the gravest challenges confronting environmental governance in the country, Supreme Court on Monday said that protection of environment and action agai-nst encroachers must happen through lawful means and a govt cannot resort to arbitrary action. It put on hold an anti-encroachment drive in reserved forests in Assam.A bench of Justices P S Narasimha and Alok Aradhe said the Constitution did not envisage a choice between environmental protection and rule of law; rather, it insisted that they co-exist and reinforce each other. The bench held that the alleged encroachers should be given a chance to submit relevant documents to substantiate their claim over the land, and action should be taken only if the allegations were proved.The bench agreed with Assam govt’s suggestion to set up a committee to examine the documents. “If an unauthorised occupation is found in a reserved forest area, after scrutiny of documents, a speaking order shall be passed and shall be served… giving him 15 days’ notice to vacate unauthorised occupation. Only after expiry of the period of notice shall action be taken to remove unauthorised occupants,” SC said.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosTharoor Praises Parliamentary Panel Meet On India-EU, India-US Trade DealsCongress Moves No-Trust Motion Against Om Birla; Lamborghini CCTV Contradicts Tobacco Tycoon’s Claim‘Not To Get Involved In Political Game’: EU Launches Mission For Bangladesh 2026 PollsNo-Confidence Against Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla Explained: Process, Rules And Numbers In ParliamentDays Before Bangladesh Elections, Another Hindu Businessman Killed, Fears Rise Over Minority SafetyOpposition targets LS Speaker with no-confidence motion — rules, process & numbers – ExplainedPakistan Admits US-Backed Jihad In Afghan Wars A Mistake, But Still Accuses India Of Proxy War”That Day Will Never Come…” Yogi Adityanath Fires Warning At Those Dreaming Of Babri StructureOpposition Cites ‘Abuse Of Office’ In No-Confidence Move Against Lok Sabha Speaker Om BirlaKanpur Lamborghini Crash: CCTV Backs Police Claim As Lawyer Pushes Driver Defence In Court123PhotostoriesFactory making 1800+ liters of milk daily with detergent and urea fertilizer busted in Gujarat: 6 smart ways to check milk purity at homePromise Day special: Bollywood stories where words turn into lifelong vows8 easy buttermilk dishes to add in lunch menu5 succulents that bring you good luck and prosperityFive unforgettable true romance stories that re-wrote love on the big screen: ‘The Vow,’ ‘The Theory of Everything’ and more8 traditional Indian dishes among 50 Best Stews in the WorldTop 5 real estate hotspots in Chennai, Tamil Nadu in 2026 for investment in propertyNelson Mandela once said, “I never lose, I either win or learn”: 4 lessons it teaches studentsJimin to Suga: BTS’ airport style wins again as the group heads back to Korea8 Most iconic Goddess Durga temples in India and the story behind them123Hot PicksUAE Public School RegistrationGold Silver PricesParliament Budget SessionGCC Unified Visa 2026Income Tax CalculatorPublic holidays February 2026Bank Holidays februaryTop TrendingSam DarnoldAndy ReidSuper BowlMen Hockey Olympics 2026Brock NelsonSidney CrosbyTerence CrawfordNBA Trade RumorsBen OgdenKevin Durant

NEW DELHI: Acknowledging that encroachment upon forest land is one of the gravest challenges confronting environmental governance in the country, Supreme Court on Monday said that protection of environment and action agai-nst encroachers must happen through lawful means and a govt cannot resort to arbitrary action. It put on hold an anti-encroachment drive in reserved forests in Assam.A bench of Justices P S Narasimha and Alok Aradhe said the Constitution did not envisage a choice between environmental protection and rule of law; rather, it insisted that they co-exist and reinforce each other. The bench held that the alleged encroachers should be given a chance to submit relevant documents to substantiate their claim over the land, and action should be taken only if the allegations were proved.The bench agreed with Assam govt’s suggestion to set up a committee to examine the documents. “If an unauthorised occupation is found in a reserved forest area, after scrutiny of documents, a speaking order shall be passed and shall be served… giving him 15 days’ notice to vacate unauthorised occupation. Only after expiry of the period of notice shall action be taken to remove unauthorised occupants,” SC said.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosTharoor Praises Parliamentary Panel Meet On India-EU, India-US Trade DealsCongress Moves No-Trust Motion Against Om Birla; Lamborghini CCTV Contradicts Tobacco Tycoon’s Claim‘Not To Get Involved In Political Game’: EU Launches Mission For Bangladesh 2026 PollsNo-Confidence Against Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla Explained: Process, Rules And Numbers In ParliamentDays Before Bangladesh Elections, Another Hindu Businessman Killed, Fears Rise Over Minority SafetyOpposition targets LS Speaker with no-confidence motion — rules, process & numbers – ExplainedPakistan Admits US-Backed Jihad In Afghan Wars A Mistake, But Still Accuses India Of Proxy War”That Day Will Never Come…” Yogi Adityanath Fires Warning At Those Dreaming Of Babri StructureOpposition Cites ‘Abuse Of Office’ In No-Confidence Move Against Lok Sabha Speaker Om BirlaKanpur Lamborghini Crash: CCTV Backs Police Claim As Lawyer Pushes Driver Defence In Court123PhotostoriesFactory making 1800+ liters of milk daily with detergent and urea fertilizer busted in Gujarat: 6 smart ways to check milk purity at homePromise Day special: Bollywood stories where words turn into lifelong vows8 easy buttermilk dishes to add in lunch menu5 succulents that bring you good luck and prosperityFive unforgettable true romance stories that re-wrote love on the big screen: ‘The Vow,’ ‘The Theory of Everything’ and more8 traditional Indian dishes among 50 Best Stews in the WorldTop 5 real estate hotspots in Chennai, Tamil Nadu in 2026 for investment in propertyNelson Mandela once said, “I never lose, I either win or learn”: 4 lessons it teaches studentsJimin to Suga: BTS’ airport style wins again as the group heads back to Korea8 Most iconic Goddess Durga temples in India and the story behind them123Hot PicksUAE Public School RegistrationGold Silver PricesParliament Budget SessionGCC Unified Visa 2026Income Tax CalculatorPublic holidays February 2026Bank Holidays februaryTop TrendingSam DarnoldAndy ReidSuper BowlMen Hockey Olympics 2026Brock NelsonSidney CrosbyTerence CrawfordNBA Trade RumorsBen OgdenKevin Durant

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NEW DELHI: Acknowledging that encroachment upon forest land is one of the gravest challenges confronting environmental governance in the country, Supreme Court on Monday said that protection of environment and action agai-nst encroachers must happen through lawful means and a govt cannot resort to arbitrary action. It put on hold an anti-encroachment drive in reserved…

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Updated: Feb 11, 2026, 13:06 IST

Updated: Feb 11, 2026, 13:06 IST

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FanCode has sub-licensed the TV coverage of the 2025-26 ISL season to Sony Sports Network New Delhi: Just over a week after FanCode, owned by Dream Sports, secured the broadcast rights for the truncated 2025–26 Indian Super League (ISL) season, it has sub-licensed the linear TV coverage to Culver Max Entertainment, also known as Sony…

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‘Why only bowlers?’ R Ashwin defends Pakistan’s Usman Tariq as action debate explodes at T20 World Cup

‘Why only bowlers?’ R Ashwin defends Pakistan’s Usman Tariq as action debate explodes at T20 World Cup

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Pakistan’s spinner Usman Tariq (AP Photo) NEW DELHI: Pakistan spinner Usman Tariq once again found himself at the centre of a fierce debate over his bowling action after his match-winning performance against the United States in the 2026 T20 World Cup, with veteran Indian off-spinner Ravichandran Ashwin stepping in to defend bowlers amid mounting criticism…

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NVS recruitment revised rules 2026 issued for various teaching and non-teaching posts: Check official notice here

NVS recruitment revised rules 2026 issued for various teaching and non-teaching posts: Check official notice here

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NVS recruitment revised rules 2026: The Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti (NVS), under the Ministry of Education, Government of India, has issued the NVS Recruitment (Revised) Rules, 2026 for several teaching and non-teaching posts. The official notice was released today, on February 11, 2026, and the revised rules have come into force from today.According to the notice,…

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’42 dos and don’ts’ for meeting Allu Arjun; ‘Pushpa’ actor REACTS; ‘Don’t accuse a man with such a heart’

’42 dos and don’ts’ for meeting Allu Arjun; ‘Pushpa’ actor REACTS; ‘Don’t accuse a man with such a heart’

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A viral online list detailing 42 strict rules for meeting Allu Arjun, including not making eye contact or shaking hands, has been vehemently denied by the actor’s team. Co-star Rajasekhar defended Arjun, calling the claims baseless and highlighting his grounded nature. Legal action is underway against the source of this misinformation. A strange list about…

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NEW DELHI: The Union home ministry has issued an order stating that all six stanzas of the national song ‘Vande Mataram’ — including the last four that were dropped by the Jawaharlal’s Nehru govt, allegedly to maintain the song’s ‘secular’ appeal — shall be sung at all official functions and other occasions.The home ministry order dated 06.02.2026 lays down the ‘official version ’ of the song — encapsulating all six stanzas of Bankim Chandra Chatterjee’s original composition. “The duration for which the song shall be played or sung shall be 3 minutes and 10 seconds,” the order states while laying down the occasions on which ‘Vande Mataram’ shall be sung or played as well as the protocols to be observed in due honour of the national song. New Rendition Of National Song Unveiled As India Celebrates 150 Years Of ‘Vande Mataram’The MHA instructions on ‘Vande Mataram’ coincide with the celebration of 150th anniversary of the creation of the song.All members of the audience present when the national song is being played must stand in attention pose. However, this shall not be mandatory in cinema halls when Vande Mataram is being played as part of the film or during news reels “as a standing audience interferes with viewing of the film and can lead to disturbance of peace and disorder”.As per MHA’s instructions, the national song is to be played when the national flag is brought to a parade. It will also be played at all civilian award/honour ceremonies, official state functions as well as at events organised by the govt and graced by the President of India. The song shall be played both upon the arrival and departure of the President from such functions.‘Vande Mataram’ shall also be played before and after the President’s address to the nation broadcast on state media like Akashwani and Doordarshan.At the state level, the national song shall be played at all official state functions upon the arrival and departure of the governor or lieutenant governor.In addition, Vande Mataram shall be played at any other occasion in respect of which the govt of India has issued an enabling order.Before the national song is to be played by a band, there will be a drumroll — an instrument like ‘mridang’ or trumpet shall be played. In a marching drill, there will be seven steps leading to start of the national song.In its instructions regarding singing of ‘Vande Mataram’, the MHA said it would be sung at all cultural events and occasions where the national flag is being hoisted. Also it may be sung upon the arrival and departure of the President of India at govt and public functions other than formal state events.All six stanzas of the national song, as per the official version, must be sung at such events, the MHA has instructed.Informal events attended by ministers may also witness group rendition of the song.> The morning school assemblies of all schools must incorporate group singing of the national song, as per MHA guidelines.About the AuthorBharti JainBharti Jain is senior editor with The Times of India, New Delhi. She has been writing on security matters since 1996. Having covered the Union home ministry, security agencies, Election Commission and the ‘prime’ political beat, the Congress, for The Economic Times all these years, she moved to TOI in August 2012. Her repertoire of news stories delves into the whole gamut of issues related to terrorism and internal strife, besides probing strategic affairs in India’s neighbourhood.Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosIndia Pushback Forces White House To Rewrite Trade Deal Factsheet Claims On Tariffs, Tax, PurchasesIndia Need Not Worry About Bangladesh-US Trade Deal: Former Envoy Veena SikriTharoor Praises Parliamentary Panel Meet On India-EU, India-US Trade DealsCongress Moves No-Trust Motion Against Om Birla; Lamborghini CCTV Contradicts Tobacco Tycoon’s Claim‘Not To Get Involved In Political Game’: EU Launches Mission For Bangladesh 2026 PollsNo-Confidence Against Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla Explained: Process, Rules And Numbers In ParliamentDays Before Bangladesh Elections, Another Hindu Businessman Killed, Fears Rise Over Minority SafetyOpposition targets LS Speaker with no-confidence motion — rules, process & numbers – ExplainedPakistan Admits US-Backed Jihad In Afghan Wars A Mistake, But Still Accuses India Of Proxy War”That Day Will Never Come…” Yogi Adityanath Fires Warning At Those Dreaming Of Babri Structure123PhotostoriesHow to make Mushroom Do Pyaza for lunch at homeBaby boy names for those born on Wednesday5 ways to help a partner who is dealing with depression7 buildings in Dubai that are architectural marvels4 life lessons hidden in the Hanuman ChalisaThe 50: From Khanzaadi’s derogatory remarks on Chahat Pandey’s character to Rajat Dalal nominating Karan Patel for not being visible; episode highlights6 climbers to transform your fence or balcony into a floral paradiseFactory making 1800+ liters of milk daily with detergent and urea fertilizer busted in Gujarat: 6 smart ways to check milk purity at homePromise Day special: Bollywood stories where words turn into lifelong vows8 easy buttermilk dishes to add in lunch menu123Hot PicksMumbai Mayor SelectionGold Silver PricesParliament Budget SessionTelangana Municipal ElectionsIncome Tax CalculatorPublic holidays February 2026Bank Holidays februaryTop TrendingAndre Grey and Leigh Anne Net WorthScott NiedermayerBengaluru Techie MurderMen Hockey Olympics 2026Brock NelsonSidney CrosbyTerence CrawfordNBA Trade RumorsBen OgdenKevin Durant

NEW DELHI: The Union home ministry has issued an order stating that all six stanzas of the national song ‘Vande Mataram’ — including the last four that were dropped by the Jawaharlal’s Nehru govt, allegedly to maintain the song’s ‘secular’ appeal — shall be sung at all official functions and other occasions.The home ministry order dated 06.02.2026 lays down the ‘official version ’ of the song — encapsulating all six stanzas of Bankim Chandra Chatterjee’s original composition. “The duration for which the song shall be played or sung shall be 3 minutes and 10 seconds,” the order states while laying down the occasions on which ‘Vande Mataram’ shall be sung or played as well as the protocols to be observed in due honour of the national song. New Rendition Of National Song Unveiled As India Celebrates 150 Years Of ‘Vande Mataram’The MHA instructions on ‘Vande Mataram’ coincide with the celebration of 150th anniversary of the creation of the song.All members of the audience present when the national song is being played must stand in attention pose. However, this shall not be mandatory in cinema halls when Vande Mataram is being played as part of the film or during news reels “as a standing audience interferes with viewing of the film and can lead to disturbance of peace and disorder”.As per MHA’s instructions, the national song is to be played when the national flag is brought to a parade. It will also be played at all civilian award/honour ceremonies, official state functions as well as at events organised by the govt and graced by the President of India. The song shall be played both upon the arrival and departure of the President from such functions.‘Vande Mataram’ shall also be played before and after the President’s address to the nation broadcast on state media like Akashwani and Doordarshan.At the state level, the national song shall be played at all official state functions upon the arrival and departure of the governor or lieutenant governor.In addition, Vande Mataram shall be played at any other occasion in respect of which the govt of India has issued an enabling order.Before the national song is to be played by a band, there will be a drumroll — an instrument like ‘mridang’ or trumpet shall be played. In a marching drill, there will be seven steps leading to start of the national song.In its instructions regarding singing of ‘Vande Mataram’, the MHA said it would be sung at all cultural events and occasions where the national flag is being hoisted. Also it may be sung upon the arrival and departure of the President of India at govt and public functions other than formal state events.All six stanzas of the national song, as per the official version, must be sung at such events, the MHA has instructed.Informal events attended by ministers may also witness group rendition of the song.> The morning school assemblies of all schools must incorporate group singing of the national song, as per MHA guidelines.About the AuthorBharti JainBharti Jain is senior editor with The Times of India, New Delhi. She has been writing on security matters since 1996. Having covered the Union home ministry, security agencies, Election Commission and the ‘prime’ political beat, the Congress, for The Economic Times all these years, she moved to TOI in August 2012. 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NEW DELHI: The Union home ministry has issued an order stating that all six stanzas of the national song ‘Vande Mataram’ — including the last four that were dropped by the Jawaharlal’s Nehru govt, allegedly to maintain the song’s ‘secular’ appeal — shall be sung at all official functions and other occasions.The home ministry order…

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